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Tim Leefeldt

architect, Inventor
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82,000
Location
Chico
Member Since
Dec 2011
Water Golf anyone?

WaterRipper is Tim Leefeldt's new waterball innovation that has been in the works since 1988. Eureka! Archimedes principals applied. This revolutionary new high performance sportswater toy that has two patent pending applications with assistance with From Patent to Profit author, Bob DeMatteis who assisted in bringing this innovation to market in record time. WaterRipper is distinctly different from all waterballs on the market, the key is slow acting collapsing bean bag design, the balanced density and water absorbing materials to maximize density and performance on water.

Tim is continuing to document the physics of the WaterRipper performance on the water surface. He continues to marvel at the phenomena of the “low profile skip pattern” that skips like a rock, catches like a bag, and stays in the pool. Tim is developing new play patterns, patented apparatus and equipment including an iPhone app that will enhance waterplay experience and sports potential of this simple innovative watertoy for generations to come.
What is unique that's not in your bio?
www.railroadware.com my other business involving repurposed reused industrial products transformed into lighting hardware and home furnishings.
What's your favorite accomplishment?
http://www.youtube.com/user/RipperBall water Golf,iPhone game app waterripper,innovative water sports, Railroadware.com
How do you define cool?
Something that lasts after you are gone. The Ripple Effect not just a splash. https://picasaweb.google.com/110884739849736643838/RipperBallComSportsHighlights
What is your secret to uncovering trends?
curiosity about the world
What do you enjoy most about Trend Hunter?
don't know yet. lets see what you do with this info.
What is your favorite trend?
innovative sports and new water toys and gadgets
What are your tips for writing a juicy post?
appeal to a wide audience
How do you reset to be creative?
Design sketch book. good documentation of ideas and concepts
What inspires or excites you?
introducing people to new things
Predict something awesome for 2020?
ability to communicate with ET